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The UK Sets the Scene for Mandatory ESG Laws in the Western World

Green Building Law Update

And maybe of greatest import, these new laws provide a map and compass for businesses believing that profit should come not from creating the world’s problems, but from solving them. the principal climate-related risks and opportunities arising in connection with the company’s operations, and.

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Key Financial & Safety Metrics for Subcontractor Qualification 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

For another, work delays from 2021 are likely to impact the risk of subcontractor default in 2022 and beyond. . The following standard financial ratios can help risk management teams evaluate potential trade partners during the subcontractor qualification process. Formula: Current Assets / Liabilities . Gross Profit Margin .

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5 Safety Precautions For Multi-Level Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

All these pose risks to the health of these workers. . It also ensures you’re not spending money on hospital bills, treating injured workers, and legal liabilities. . When recruiting new workers, ensure they know all the risks they may encounter with their work. Inspect Your Machines Regularly.

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Safety First, Bidding Next: How Safety & Compliance Wins Contracts

Safety Services Company

Rigorous oversight, extensive use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and investment in safety and compliance training drive Bob’s profits well above industry averages. With growing scrutiny on job site dangers and liability concerns, prioritizing safety is crucial in sustaining a competitive edge. Let’s look at why that is.

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Top 10 Environmental Blog Posts of 2020

Green Building Law Update

I am supremely confident that our longtime business philosophy of “environmental risk as an opportunity” is right for the times. In descending order these are the posts that had the most traffic: COVID-19 Liability for Building Owners. COVID–19 in Buildings is all about Ventilation.

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Collaborative Construction Solution – Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

Traditional contracting methods typically involve the non-owner participants tendering a lump-sum price based on the owner’s proposed allocation of responsibilities and risks. The over-riding goal of most contractor becomes minimizing the cost of performing the agreed scope or activity and maximizing profit.

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Construction quality management: Everything you need to know

Lets Build

From a builder’s perspective, many potential risk factors can be anticipated and pre-emptively resolved by developing a construction quality management plan. A game of risk. Risk assessments are never glamorous, but they’re essential throughout the lifespan of any project. Creating a plan.